Experience the

jewel of the aegean

absolute serenity

With little distractions around, you can relax best. Away from the hectic sounds of the city, with little tourists around and the view of the sea always present, Emborio becomes an oasis of tranquility and serenity.

Live like a local

Emborio is the village with most locals on Santorini. Enjoy the perks of being close to the farmers market with local produce and fresh fish. Try local snacks and feel the hospitality in one of the little cafés in the small streets of the village.

built from

history

In the 15th century the castle of Emborio (kasteli) was built by the Venetians. In medieval times it served as a defense structure and was inhabited permanently. It was expanded steadily and grew organically around its center using local materials like volcanic rocks and limestone.

culinary heritage

The islands cuisine has always been making use of the ingredients the volcanic soil had to offer. The dishes have been further developed and elevated into a new category of modern Greek cuisine that can be found in vibrant locations around the island.

Marvelous beaches

Throughout the centuries volcanic eruptions have created a big variety of beaches with sand in all kind of different colors and shapes. While the majority has black sand there are red and white beaches to be found and unique cliff formations to be explored.

World famous

sunset

When the day sets, the volcano is pitch-black while the shapes of the white washed houses pop out of the dark rock. In contrast, the sun paints the sky in orange, pink and blue colors while the sea creates an aquarelle version of them in its waves – a unique experience not to miss.